Cerveceria Boulevard

dbc924, Utrecht, Netherlands

Cerveceria Boulevard has been Utrecht's most authentic tapas bar since 2012, and honestly, they're not wrong. It's the kind of place where you walk in for one glass of wine and end up trying half the beer list while snacking on Spanish stuff you can't pronounce but definitely want more of. The vibe is simple: come for the food, stay because it feels right. You can reserve a table, but they always keep spots open for spontaneous walk-ins. No stress, no fuss. Just show up. If you're around on a Monday or Tuesday, they do paella in big pans: fish, meat, veggie, and Valenciana. A proper portion with bread and alioli goes for €13,50, which is a solid deal and honestly a great reason to start your week on a Spanish note. Also worth knowing: they do gift cards online if you want to bless a friend with good tapas energy. Located on Burgemeester Reigerstraat, open from late afternoon until late night, depending on the day. Just go.